Shapiro's campaign said he was entering 2026 with the most money raised and the most cash built up ahead of an election year of any gubernatorial candidate in state history.

Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro has set a new campaign finance record in the state with $30 million on hand as he seeks a second term this fall.

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Pennsylvania is likely to play a crucial role in determining the balance of power in Congress in the 2026 midterm elections, with four U.S. House seats expected to be competitive — more than any other state.

The Pennsylvania governor is just now emerging from a contentious four-month budget impasse that tested his ability to “get stuff done” in the pivotal battleground.

Democrat Julian Guridy and Republican Robert Smith will face off next month for the chance to fill the remainder of Josh Siegel’s term in the state House’s 22nd District. Both candidates were chosen by their respective county parties Saturday.

Luzerne County has drawn congressional scrutiny for its mistakes. Despite changes aimed at preventing errors, issues persisted in 2025.

May-Silfee’s inquiries triggered what would become a multicounty investigation. She referred her county’s forms to their district attorney, called the York County elections office, texted a group chat of other election directors and notified the Department of State, which oversees elections statewide.